Ingredients in Pet Food
Salt is an important component in pet foods and is involved in a number of critical functions in the body. With recommendations to restrict salt intake in people, does the same apply to pets?
6 min to 10 min
Ingredients in Pet Food
Soy can provide nutritional advantages for pets, but pet owners often question the quality and health impacts of this ingredient.
6 min to 10 min
Ingredients in Pet Food
The small amounts of sugar in pet foods have important functions, but pet owners often view sugar as an ingredient that only adds calories and causes obesity or diabetes.
6 min to 10 min
Cardiovascular Disorders
A novel dietary intervention for dogs with early stage myxomatous mitral valve disease
20+ minutes
Cardiovascular Disorders
View a short video about the ACVIM classification of heart disease.
1 min to 5 min
Cardiovascular Disorders
Myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is the most common heart disease in dogs. Learn about specific nutrients that play key roles in cardiac health for dogs with MMVD.
6 min to 10 min
Ingredients in Pet Food
Alternative proteins, which are generally considered protein sources other than the traditional animal sources such as beef and chicken, are increasingly being utilized in both human and pet food. What are examples of alternative proteins, and why are they used in pet food?
6 min to 10 min
Ingredients in Pet Food
Although medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) do not supply essential fatty acids and thus should not be the only dietary fat source in pet food, 1 studies show supplementing MCTs in the diet can provide health benefits to some dogs.
6 min to 10 min
Ingredients in Pet Food
Pet owners often ask veterinary health care providers why organs are included in pet food. There are nutritional advantages to including organs, and utilizing organs in dog and cat food is also beneficial for the environment.
6 min to 10 min